Each temptation leaves us better or worse; neutrality is impossible.

We must worship in truth. Worship is not just an emotional exercise but a response of the heart built on truth about God. "The Lord is near to all who call upon Him, to all who call upon Him in truth" (Psm. 145:18). Worship that is not based on God's Word is but an emotional encounter with oneself.

Keep in mind that when sin is viewed superficially, it is dealt with superficially.

Christmas can be transformed into a celebration more attuned to honoring the One whose birthday we celebrate.

Those who have failed miserably are often the first to see God's formula for success.

We cannot say no to temptation without saying yes to something far better.

Prayer, desperate prayer, seems so simple, but it’s a step rarely taken by those in family conflict.